“It’s called crime and punishment, Alpha,” Nina smiled sweetly, her eyes big and innocent. She gave Vera one last lash before throwing the belt to the ground. Kennis helped Ella up, wrapping her in his arms since she couldn’t stand straight. The black tights she wore were ripped beyond recognition, and her skin bore whip marks. "Oliver, Caleb!” Kennis called, and I hadn’t realized those two had been watching from the shadows the entire time. “Alpha,” they responded, walking into the light. “Take Ella and her friends to the infirmary to get treated,” he said. “And you three in my office.” He looked at Nina, Esme, and me. “Yeah, we’re not doing that,” Oliver said, scratching the back of his head as Kennis glared at them. “She put her hands on the Luna, from what I gathered. I won’t tole

